Soft Skills in the Workplace
Grade 11th Grade · Career and Technical Education · 40 min
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can identify and describe the importance of soft skills in professional settings.
Warm-Up Video
Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis · 8:02
Soft Skills - No-Frills Money Skills
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
- 1
Soft skills are personal traits, characteristics, and interpersonal skills that show how you present yourself and get along with other people in a professional setting.
- 2
Examples of soft skills include communication, teamwork, professionalism, and punctuality.
- 3
According to a recent survey of business leaders, the primary reasons employees get fired are poor attendance and lack of punctuality.
Practice Questions
6 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Describe three soft skills discussed in the video and explain why each is important in a professional setting.”
Complete Lesson Package
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